Raise Cottage GrasmerevsThe Punch Bowl Inn Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, The Punch Bowl Inn & Restaurant is the choice of most professionals compared to Raise Cottage Grasmere. The Punch Bowl Inn & Restaurant comes in at #11 in Lake District with approval from 3 sources such as Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Raise Cottage Grasmere
 Frommer's
 The Telegraph
Grasmere LA22 9RS, England
From $36/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Free Parking
 - Breakfast included
 - Hiking
 
 "Situated on the summit of Dunmail Raise, the family-run Raise Cottage offers beds in dormitory rooms with free WiFi throughout." Full review
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With prior request, packed lunches, and evening meals are also available.
8.0
 "A smart b&b with designer touches, a relaxed feel and friendly, outdoors-enthusiast hosts." Full review
The Punch Bowl Inn Hotel
 Fodor's
 Travel + Leisure
 The Telegraph
Lyth Valley, Crosthwaite LA8 8HR
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Restaurant
 
 "An outstanding inn and restaurant, the Punch Bowl is a stylish but down-to-earth retreat in the peaceful Lyth Valley, between Windermere and Kendal." Full review
 "This affordable hotel has nine romantic rooms that feel like home, only better, with exposed beams, plum-hued walls, deep rolltop baths, and freshly baked cookies delivered to your room upon arrival." Full review
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Downstairs at the restaurant, ask for the table beside the open log fire for a dinner of traditional favorites, such as Lancashire hot pot or Cumberland sausages, with a pint of locally brewed Tag Lag Ale.
8.0
 "This village pub has been a local secret for years, but the excellent food and comfy accommodation has earned it an increasingly high profile." Full review